McCormick (NYSE: MKC) names Julie Giese principal accounting officer

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McCormick & Company, Incorporated announced a planned transition in its principal accounting leadership. Gregory P. Repas, Vice President & Controller and the company’s Principal Accounting Officer, plans to retire effective July 1, 2026 and will step down from his roles on April 1, 2026, assisting with the transition until retirement.

Effective April 1, 2026, Julie Giese, age 46, will become Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer. She joined McCormick in August 2024 after serving as Director of Accounting for Pepco Holdings LLC. In her new role she will receive an annual base salary of $400,000 and continue to participate in the company’s incentive, retirement, and benefits programs.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

_______________________

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):

March 12, 2026

McCormick & Co Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Maryland			001-14920			52-0408290
(State or other jurisdiction			(Commission			(IRS Employer
of incorporation)			File Number)			Identification No.)
24 Schilling Road			Suite 1
Hunt Valley			Maryland			21031
			(Address of principal executive offices)			(Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code: 410 771-7301

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class			Trading Symbol(s)			Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock			MKC-V			New York Stock Exchange
Common Stock Non-Voting			MKC			New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the Registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors of Certain Officers: Election of Directors: Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory arrangements of Certain Officers.

Departure of Principal Accounting Officer

On March 12, 2026, Gregory P. Repas, Vice President & Controller, provided notice of his intention to retire from McCormick & Company, Incorporated (the “Company”), effective July 1, 2026. Mr. Repas will step down from his role as Vice President & Controller, and the Company’s Principal Accounting Officer, as of April 1, 2026. From that date until his retirement, Mr. Repas will assist with the transition to his successor.

Appointment of Principal Accounting Officer

On March 16, 2026, Julie Giese, age 46, was appointed Vice President & Controller, and the Company’s Principal Accounting Officer, effective as of April 1, 2026. These positions will not be executive officer roles within the Company. Ms. Giese joined the Company as Vice President and Assistant Corporate Controller in August 2024. Prior to that date, she was Director of Accounting for Pepco Holdings LLC from April 2016 through August 2024. Ms. Giese will receive an annual base salary of $400,000 effective with her new role and will continue to participate in the Company’s incentive compensation programs as determined by the Company from time-to-time and will also continue to participate in the Company’s various retirement and savings plans, health and welfare programs, and other benefits.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

									McCORMICK & COMPANY, INCORPORATED
March 18, 2026			By:						/s/    Jeffery D. Schwartz
									Jeffery D. Schwartz
									Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary

FAQ

What leadership change did McCormick (MKC) disclose in this 8-K?

McCormick disclosed a planned change in its principal accounting leadership. Gregory P. Repas will retire on July 1, 2026, stepping down as Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer on April 1, 2026, and supporting the transition to his successor until retirement.

Who is McCormick (MKC) appointing as Principal Accounting Officer?

McCormick is appointing Julie Giese as Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer effective April 1, 2026. She joined the company in August 2024 and previously served as Director of Accounting for Pepco Holdings LLC from April 2016 through August 2024.

When will Gregory P. Repas retire from McCormick (MKC)?

Gregory P. Repas intends to retire from McCormick on July 1, 2026. He will step down as Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer on April 1, 2026 and will assist with the transition to his successor between April and his retirement date.

What compensation will Julie Giese receive in her new McCormick (MKC) role?

In her new role as Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, Julie Giese will receive an annual base salary of $400,000. She will continue to participate in McCormick’s incentive compensation programs, retirement and savings plans, health and welfare programs, and other company benefits.

Are the new accounting roles at McCormick (MKC) considered executive officer positions?

The filing specifies that the Vice President & Controller and Principal Accounting Officer positions held by Julie Giese will not be executive officer roles within McCormick. This means these responsibilities are important for financial reporting but are not classified as executive officer positions by the company.

What is Julie Giese’s background before joining McCormick (MKC)?

Before joining McCormick in August 2024 as Vice President and Assistant Corporate Controller, Julie Giese served as Director of Accounting for Pepco Holdings LLC from April 2016 through August 2024. Her experience centers on corporate accounting and financial reporting functions.

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